The meaning of “βαπτισμός”
Understanding baptismós reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
baptism, washing. - ablution (ceremonial or Christian)
βαπτισμός
baptism, washing. - ablution (ceremonial or Christian)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Mark 7:4 | “And when they come from the market, except they wash, they eat not. And many other things there be, which they have received to hold, as the washing of cups, and pots, brasen vessels, and of tables.” Word: βαπτισμός (baptismós) | |
| Mark 7:8 | “For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, as the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.” Word: βαπτισμός (baptismós) | |
| Hebrews 6:2 | “Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.” Word: βαπτισμός (baptismós) | |
| Hebrews 9:10 | “Which stood only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances, imposed on them until the time of reformation.” Word: βαπτισμός (baptismós) |